Introduction: The Mind as a Projector
In life, what we see around us often depends on what we create in our minds. Our thoughts are the pencil that draws the picture of the world we perceive. The core issue is that most people only see what already exists, not what they genuinely want to create.
Whether rich or poor, people often focus on their current reality—luxury or daily struggle. While circumstances shape this reality, the principle remains: “What I see, I project.”
However, you can change your reality by controlling how closely you accept the events around you. Focusing on negative changes will make them influence your reality; focusing on positive possibilities will lead to their realization. The conclusion is clear: circumstances may control people, but individuals can influence their reality by managing their thoughts.
The Two Notebook Technique
An effective way to manage thoughts is the Two Notebook Technique, inspired by the book “Reality Transurfing” and revisited through modern resources.
This technique is simple and involves two key components:
The Morning Notebook (Declarations): Use this for affirmations or statements of what you want to achieve, phrased in the positive form, as if you have already reached your goals.
The Evening Notebook (Verifications): Use this to record verifications (or constatations). Note the progress and achievements made toward your goals during the day.
In the morning, you visualize the goal; in the evening, you affirm the movement towards it. The key principles are: Declarations are purposeful, and Verifications are selective. You choose what you need for your reality.
Digital Implementation: Trello and Apple Notes (Upd 2025)
I no longer use physical notebooks. Instead, I apply this method using digital tools:
Trello serves as my visualization board for personal
goals. This is where I track my long-term declarations.
Apple Notes (sometimes coupled with Apple Reminders) is my second “notebook” for constant monitoring and capturing daily progress.
Every morning, I review my goals in , and every evening, I analyze my progress in
. This process takes just 20 minutes but provides significant direction. It’s an example of the principle: “Those who are regular are unreachable.”
Daily Planning and The AGILE Mindset
I found that operating on weekly “sprints” without this technique often left me feeling unsupported. Both in work and personal life, daily planning is simply more effective. The methodology works in real life: planning more than 24 hours in advance is often inefficient. If you decide on something—systematize it and act immediately.
By consistently applying this technique, you learn to manage your thoughts and, consequently, your reality.
Remember: “What I see, I project.”
Anton
